Whether you’re going for a late-night jog or are working in a dark environment and need both of your hands free, head torches are great tools to have on hand – or should we say, on head!
We’ve put together a list of the best head torches on the market right now. Browse our LED head torches to find the perfect product for you:
How many lumens do I need for a head torch?
Lumens measure the total amount of visible light emitted from a light source per unit of time. The more lumens a head torch has, the brighter the beam will be.
For use in campsites or urban environments, a head torch with 100-250 lumens is usually enough.
If you’re using your head torch to go on a night time walk or run, a head torch with 300-600 lumens is recommended.
Our Best Head Torches: 300-600 Lumens
Kratos RAINBOW 1
The Kratos HL1000100 Rainbow 1 Headlamp is a unique head torch with outstanding design and features a variety of different lighting modes (flood, focused, strobe) for your every need. Designed to be lightweight and comfortable, this head torch is well suited for all manner of leisure activities including camping and running.
Rainbow 1 Headlamp key features:
- Light output: 350 Lumens
- Wide beam up to 230°
- Easy to use (only 2 buttons)
- Beam distance: 80 mtr
- Beam type: Mixed
- Watertightness: IP54
- Battery type: Li-Po (supplied)
- Min/max running time: 2.5hrs
- Weight: 75g
- Compliance: Directive 2014/30/EU, 2001/95/EU, 2011/65/EU, 2012/19/EU
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Kratos NEWTON 2
Newton 2 Headlamp key features:
- Light output: 400 Lumens
- Bean distance: 120 mtrs
- Beam type: Mixed
- Watertightness: IP65
- Min/max running time: 4hr/60hr
- Battery type: 3x AAA (supplied)
- Advantages: Reclining, Sensor switch, Stepless dimmer, White/Red lighting, SOS mode
- Weight: 105g
- Compliance: Directive 2014/30/EU, 2001/95/EU, 2011/65/EU, 2012/19/EU
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Kratos NEWTON 3
The Newton 3 offers similar design to the Newton 1 and 2 from Kratos but offers more advanced features including charging via USB Type-C (supplied).
Newton 3 Headlamp key features:
- Light output: 400 Lumens
- Beam distance: 80mtrs
- Beam type: Mixed
- Watertightness: IP65
- Battery type: Li-Po (fournie) or 3x AAA batteries (not supplied)
- Min/max running time: 2hr 20mins / 18hr (Li-Po) or 3hr 30min / 35hr (piles AAA)
- Advantages: Reclining
- Weight: 105g
- Compliance: Directive 2014/30/EU, 2001/95/EU, 2011/65/EU, 2012/19/EU
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Kratos NEWTON 4
The Newton 4 from Kratos is the most advanced Newton head torch in the medium-duty range, featuring the most powerful light output yet (600 Lumens), plus a range of other outstanding features. This powerful light output makes this product on of our best torches for running, particularly if you enjoy running at night.
Newton 4 Headlamp key features:
- Light output: 600 Lumens
- Beam distance: 80mtrs
- Beam type: Large
- Watertightness: IP65
- Battery type: Li-ion (supplied)
- Min/max running time: 5hr / 30hr
- Advantages: Reclining, supplied with 4 helmet clips
- Weight: 175g
- Compliance: Directive 2014/30/EU, 2001/95/EU, 2011/65/EU, 2012/19/EU
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Our Best Head Torches: 100-250 Lumens
PETZL PIXA 3
PETZL PIXA 3 Headlamp key features:
- Light output: 100 Lumens
- Beam type: Mixed
- Watertightness: IP67
- Battery type: 2 AA/LR06 batteries (included)
- Battery compatibility: rechargeable Ni-MH and lithium
- Advantages: Several lighting modes, brightness does not decrease gradually as the batteries are drained
- Weight: 160g
- Compliance: CE, ATEX : Zone 2/22, ANSI/NEMA FL1
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Kratos NEWTON X-0
The Newton x-0 Headlamp from Kratos is ideally suited for those looking for a head torch suited to the most trying work environments – in fact, the Newton x-0 is the only head torch light currently available on the market that is certified to ATEX ZONE 0 (the most hazardous workplace type, where gases, vapours, and mists are present).
Newton 4 Headlamp key features:
- Light output: 216 Lumens
- Two levels of brightness (low and high)
- Impact resistant
- Beam distance: 100mtrs
- Beam type: Mixed
- Watertightness: IP65
- Battery type: 3x AAA batteries (supplied)
- Min/max running time: 5hr / 12hr
- Advantages: Reclining, usable in ATEX environment (Zone 0 - Ex II 1G Ex ia IIC T4 Ga)
- Weight: 160g
- Compliance: Directive 2014/30/EU, 2001/95/EU, 2011/65/EU, 2012/19/EU
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Kratos NEWTON 1
Newton 1 Key Features:
- Light output: 200 Lumens
- Beam type: Large
- Watertightness: IP65
- Min/max running time: 2hr/4hr
- Charging time: 2hrs 30mins
- Advantages: Reclining, sensor switch
- Weight: 45g
- Compliance: Directive 2014/30/EU, 2001/95/EU, 2011/65/EU, 2012/19/EU
What should I consider when buying a head torch?
Before buying a head torch, there are a few things to consider other than the brightness...
Waterproof rating
You also need to think about whether you need a waterproof head torch and how waterproof you need it to be. On the waterproof scale, for a product to be considered waterproof it must have an IP rating of IP65-67. However, if you plan on spending prolonged amounts of time getting your head torch wet, you’ll need a far higher IP rating.
Battery life
Finally, battery life is an important factor to consider. Check the max running time in the product description, this will tell you how long the head torch will last on one charge or with fresh batteries. Obviously, the longer you intend to use your head torch in one session, the longer max running time you’ll want it to have. Typically, the better the max running time, the more money you’ll need to spend.
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If you’d like to talk to an expert about your lighting requirements, reach out and contact us today! A member of the team here at SafetyLiftinGear will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have.
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